Chapter 61 This is the NBA as the NCAA? Welcome to the new game
Afterwards, the reporter asked Chen Yan a few more questions about Pierce, trying to make the matter a little bigger.
But Chen Yan said that his response ended there. He was here to play, not to have a war of words. He did not want to let off-field factors affect his mood for his debut.
During the warm-up period before the game, fans poured into the American West Arena.
As time went by, the sound in the entire stadium gradually became louder.
Soon, the fans filled the arena, which can accommodate 19,000 spectators, to a full house!
The Suns' style and record in the past few years are destined to do well in their football market, and the arrival of Chen Yan has further stimulated the box office.
Tonight not only many international students and Chinese people came here, but also many fans who Chen Yan accumulated during his NCAA period came here!
"Chen! Chen Yan! Chen! Look here! I don't know how to say it in Chinese! I'm your fan!"
During the warm-up shooting session, a little white boy on the sidelines frantically asked Chen Yan for his autograph.
Chen Yan turned around and saw that this little white boy was wearing his Texas Longhorns jersey.
Although he looks only about 7 or 8 years old, you can tell at a glance that he is an old fan of his...
Chen Yan quickly walked up to the little boy and signed his name on the jersey. The child's dream still had to be fulfilled.
Unexpectedly, this move triggered a chain reaction. The surrounding fans collectively shouted Chen Yan's name. Those who wanted autographs asked for autographs, and those who wanted photos asked for photos. What was outrageous was that the fans directly asked Chen Yan for sneakers.
Chen Yan looked helpless: "Do you want to see my barefoot debut?"
After the fans burst into laughter, Chen Yan randomly gave autographs to some fans. If every one of them signed, he might not be able to sign them all by the time the game started.
"Look, that guy has already begun to adapt to the All-Star life ahead of schedule." Stoudemire joked, pointing to Chen Yan who was signing autographs for fans not far away.
"Hahaha, he is very popular and the fans love him." Hill also smiled beside him.
"I'm going to ask Chen for an autograph after the game. My twin daughters pestered me all day yesterday." Nash walked between Stoudemire and Hill and said.
"Steve, is your daughter interested in basketball at such a young age?" Stoudemire looked at Nash in surprise.
"They don't like basketball, but they all like handsome guys..."
After listening to this, Stoudemire suddenly realized that it was no wonder that when he and Marion held Nash's twin daughters last season, the two little guys couldn't stop crying.
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"Dear viewers, the upcoming regular season match between the Phoenix Suns and the Toronto Raptors is the Suns' opening game of the season, and it is also Chen Yan's NBA debut!"
"The starting lineups of both sides have been released, and we can see that Chen Yan appears in the Suns' starting lineup!"
In the cctv5 studio, Yu Jia said with excitement.
Zhang Weiping answered from the side: "Oh! He started in the first game. It seems that Chen Yan has won the trust of head coach D'Antoni. I hope he will continue his efforts and perform well in this game!"
Domestically, countless fans gathered in front of the TV.
The small shops and canteens, where students gather to watch football, have long been crowded.
All fans are looking forward to Chen Yan’s NBA debut!
At this time, the stadium lights dimmed and the entrance ceremony began!
Chen Yan is the fifth player to appear, after Nash, Stoudemire, Hill and Diaw.
Amid the huge cheers from the fans at the scene, Chen Yan and his teammates high-fived all the way to the court.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath.
Chen Yan quietly felt the pounding sound of his heart. His career was about to officially start on this court!
"Are you ready?" Nash came over and squeezed Chen Yan's shoulder.
"A little nervous."
"Yes, I'm just a little nervous. I remember I was so nervous that I almost cried in my first NBA game."
"Hahaha!"
Chen Yan knew that Nash said this to help him relieve his nervousness.
"Don't worry, go for a fast break when you have the chance, be more active when running, just like in training, I will pass the ball to you more."
Chen Yan nodded, Lao Na's words really made him feel at ease...
Nash values Chen Yan very much, and he also knows Chen Yan's personal abilities and talents, but after all, this is the first game of his career, and he still needs a veteran like himself to lead him.
After the entrance ceremony, everyone left the field and the starters from both sides stayed in the center of the field.
Raptors starting lineup: Calderon, Anthony Parker, Paul Pierce, Chris Bosh, Bargnani
Suns starting lineup: Nash, Chen Yan, Raja Bell, Boris Diaw, Amar'e Stoudemire
Before the game, many people predicted that D'Antoni would put Chen Yan into the team's second team to play Barbosa's previous role on the team.
Facts have proved that they thought too much. The Suns management attaches great importance to Chen Yan and trains him as the core of the future outside line.
Although Nash is still strong now, he is already 33 years old, and no one can guarantee how long he can still be strong.
As for the second team, D'Antoni is led by Grant Hill. The old Hill has strength and experience and is very suitable to lead these new players on the Suns' bench.
As the referee throws the basketball high into the air, the 2007-2008 Suns new season officially begins!
Stoudemire beat Bosh to get the jump ball, and the Phoenix Suns attacked first!
The Raptors players on the field quickly ran towards the defensive half.
They all know that against a run-and-gun team like the Suns, one careless positional battle will turn into their fast break.
After passing half court, Chen Yan ran to the bottom corner according to Nash's tactical gestures.
The player he faced in this game was Anthony Parker, a 32-year-old veteran.
This guy is not well-known in the NBA, but he is a household name in the European leagues.
Not only was he selected into the top 50 European League superstars, he also won the European League MVP award consecutively in the 2004-05 and 2005-06 seasons.
However, his role has also changed a lot in the NBA, from the core of the team to a role player.
Anyone who can win MVP in the European League is a ruthless player. Chen Yan will not take Anthony Parker lightly just because he is not famous.
At the top of the arc, Nash and Stoudemire played a classic Suns pick-and-roll.
The Raptors changed defense quickly. Nash did not force the ball to Stoudemire, but instead gave it to Chen Yan on the outside with a flick of his long hair and a flick of his wrist!
Chen Yan made a shooting fake the moment he caught the ball.
Anthony Parker has a lot of experience, and after many years of playing in the European leagues, he will not be easily fooled.
However, Chen Yan didn't care whether Anthony Parker stumbled or not, he accelerated directly towards the bottom corner in the next second!
The moment Anthony Parker retreated, Chen Yan pulled back sharply!
This time Anthony Parker finally fell for the trick and pounced on him with hasty steps.
Chen Yan changed his direction with his crotch and beat the European MVP cleanly!
And the range of motion in each frame is huge!
Watching Chen Yan on the TV screen, it’s like he’s drifting!
Turning into a white flash, Chen Yan went straight to the basket!
Bargnani's defense was in place, but Chen Yan's bullet speed was too fast. He was in the air in a second and smashed with both hands!
"Boom!"
Chen Yan's first offensive round in the first game of the new season set off the entire American West Arena!
"Oh! Chen kicked off the Suns' new season with a top-five ball performance!!"
"Are you kidding me? This is such an unreasonable operation. Is Chen treating the NBA as the NCAA?
In the commentary box, Barkley and Kenny Smith also exclaimed at the same time!
Today's game was also broadcast live across the United States on ESPN.
Nash smiled and patted Chen Yan's butt: "Great job! Is this what you meant by being a little nervous?"
Chen Yan also smiled and patted Nash on the shoulder.
Chen Yan has no stage fright at all and dares to make moves. This is due to his personality. As soon as he steps into the arena, he will enter a state of full concentration in the game. All nervousness and uneasiness will be left behind and he will not think about anything else.
Yes.
Toronto Raptors offensive possession.
Calderon dribbled across half court and passed the ball to Anthony Parker.
Anthony Parker actually has a certain ability to hold the ball, but the team's tactics don't allow it.
He took a step forward and passed the ball to the outside core Pierce. While passing the ball, he blocked Laga Bell who was marking Pierce. It was full of details.
Chen Yan took a big step to bypass Anthony Parker and then came to Pierce. If he was slower, Pierce would drive his tractor into the penalty area.
Seeing Chen Yan defending himself, Pierce's desire to attack suddenly increased.
He always likes rookies in military training, especially rookies like Chen Yan who are praised by the media!
After moving to a 45-degree angle on the right side of the free throw line, Pierce suddenly stuck out his butt and started hitting him from behind!
Pretending to be an old man on the court, Pierce slapped him hard three times and then turned over and leaned back!
The moment Pierce turned around, he had already thought about the trash talk after scoring: Rookie, welcome to the NBA.
"Snapped!"
Before Pierce even raised his hand, the ball was cleanly cut away by Chen Yan's [God-Level Stealing Ball].
Farke!!
Pierce cursed secretly and could only watch Chen Yan walk away.
Chen Yan counterattacked with the ball, and the Sun made a lightning conversion!
However, Nash and Raja Bell took two steps towards the frontcourt and then stopped, because they found that they seemed to be no longer needed in this round of offense.
Chen Yan single-handedly hit the basket!
"Boom!"
After once again ruthlessly bombing the Raptors' basket, Chen Yan walked up to Pierce with a half-smile: "Welcome to the new season!"
Pierce:???
The line was stolen by this rookie, so how can I pretend to be such a jerk?
